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Harness Trapping

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Triangular metal object with a teardrop shape, point facing upwards. Greenish patina with brown spots. The object has a decorative design with curved lines and swirls, resembling vines or tendrils. The design is symmetrical, with two main curved lines extending from the bottom to the top, each with smaller curved lines and swirls branching off. The object appears to be made of bronze or copper, with a weathered and aged appearance. The title of the object is "Harness Trapping" and the artist is unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
5th century BCE
Medium
Bronze, tin
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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